Weight loss, Nutrition FAQ

Understanding Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA): Benefits and Uses in Nutrition

Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) is known for its potential effects on weight management and appetite suppression. It is derived from the fruit of the Garcinia cambogia tree and is often marketed as a dietary supplement for weight loss. HCA is believed to inhibit...

Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello! HCA (hydroxycitric acid) is a compound extracted from the rind of the Garcinia cambogia fruit, which is native to subtropical regions. It can regulate fat metabolism in the body, converting excess nutrients that are not used as fuel into glycogen, which is then stored in t...

Effective Weight Loss Tips for Young Adults: A Guide to Nutrition

I want to lose weight..? Hello Doctor: Based on my topic, you should know what I want to ask! I am 19 years old and was on the school basketball and track teams during grades 4 to 6... but after middle school, I became an average student. Since graduating from elementary school, ...

Dr. Hu Yuqing Reply:
Dietitian Hu Yu-Ching responds: The body's weight response is based on its caloric needs: when caloric intake exceeds the body's requirements, weight naturally increases; conversely, when intake is less than the body's needs, weight gradually decreases. Even a dail...

Delicious Weight Loss Meal Ideas for a Healthier You

Can you provide a delicious weight loss meal? Can you provide a delicious weight loss meal?

Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Here is a 1200 Kcal meal plan for reference: Breakfast: - 1 cup of skim milk - 2 slices of toast - 1 boiled egg - 1 serving of pickled cucumbers Lunch: - 1/2 bowl of rice - 1 piece of steamed or baked salmon (about 3.5 oz) - Stir-fried vegetables - Seaweed soup Snack...

Why Can't I Lose Weight? Understanding Nutrition and Weight Management

Why can't I lose weight? Hello, nutritionist: I am 173 cm tall and weigh 75.4 kg. My recent diet consists of tomato juice and cereal for breakfast, a normal lunch (with a lot of vegetables and a bowl of rice), and occasionally skipping dinner (okay, I admit I snack a little,...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hi! Based on your height and weight, your estimated ideal weight is around 59-72 kg, and of course, we all hope to be closer to 59 kg, right? Regarding your three meals, I have some suggestions for you to consider. For breakfast: how many spoonfuls of cereal do you have? Is the p...

Is Enzyme Weight Loss Effective? Tips for Healthy Weight Management

Is enzyme-based weight loss effective? Hello, Ke Jie: I am 155 cm tall and weigh 53 kg. I feel that I am overweight and would like to lose some weight. I came across enzymes online that claim to help with detoxification and bowel movements. I'm wondering if it's safe to...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello, Based on your height and weight, your BMI is calculated to be 22, which falls within the ideal weight range of 47.5 to 58 kilograms. Therefore, you are within the normal range. It is recommended that you manage your weight through a combination of diet and exercise. Your...

Managing Caloric Intake: Avoiding Yo-Yo Dieting and Gaining Healthy Weight

You're welcome! Thank you, Dr. Minghua! I am gradually increasing my food intake! However, I have another question to ask you! If I suddenly increase my daily intake to over 1400 calories, will I gain weight back significantly? Should I increase by 100 calories per month or ...

Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
I'm glad you're willing to listen to the nutritionist and adjust your diet. Caloric intake should be increased gradually, with a principle of adding about 100 calories each week. After a month, you can increase to 1600 calories. For a 19-year-old female with a light act...

Does a Vegetarian Diet Help with Weight Loss? Insights and Tips

Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Is a vegetarian diet effective for weight loss? Thank you! This is something that little Yu wants to know.

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello, Xiaoyu: Your question is whether a vegetarian diet can help with weight loss. If that is the case, it's important to note that if vegetarian ingredients are cooked in a greasy manner, it won't achieve weight loss goals! An ideal weight loss approach should combin...

Consequences of Overdoing Weight Loss: What You Need to Know

Please teach me? What are the consequences of excessive weight loss?

Dr. Tang Weili Reply:
Maggie: The standard rate of weight loss is an average of 0.5 to 1 kilogram per week. You may feel that this pace is too slow, but it is healthier. Rapid weight loss can trigger acute gout, lead to ketoacidosis, cause gallstones, or even result in osteoporosis and death. Therefor...

Effective Weight Loss Strategies for Teenagers: A Guide to Nutrition

Weight loss I am in the second year of junior high school and I am overweight.

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
What is your height? What is your current weight? It is recommended that you calculate your ideal weight using the formula: height in meters squared multiplied by 22. As long as the result falls within a range of ±10%, it is considered a standard weight; if it exceeds 10%, it ind...

Why Did My Period Stop After Weight Loss? Understanding the Connection

Weight loss to the point of missing menstruation? Hello Dr. Minghua, I started my weight loss journey in mid-January of this year. I am 169 cm tall and weighed 61 kg before starting at the age of 19. During my weight loss period, I tried to minimize oil intake and avoided sugary ...

Dr. Qi Minghua Reply:
Hello, I hope your menstrual period has arrived by now, which would be great! First of all, I was quite worried to hear that your period has not come, especially since you are only 19 years old. If excessive weight loss leads to infertility, it would be quite detrimental. Given y...

Are Weight Loss Supplements Safe? Analyzing Common Ingredients

Are the ingredients in weight loss medications harmful? Dear Shuli, I purchased a weight loss supplement that contains the following ingredients: - Citric Acid 50mg - Mustard Seed Powder 25mg - Stearic Acid 180mg - DL-Methionine 12.50mg - Cellulose 130mg - Magnesium Stearate 1...

Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Dear Tammy: Hello! Citric acid, cinnamon powder, and chili powder are all seasonings, while the other components are food ingredients, including amino acids, fatty acids, cellulose, and plant-based anti-cancer substances, all of which are harmless to the body. However, the questi...

Struggling with Weight Regain: Balancing Diet, Health, and Lifestyle

Weight regain Since I was young, I have been overweight, and by the time I was in the second year of junior high school, I weighed over 100 kg. I tried various methods to lose weight, and during high school, I lost weight the fastest and the most, reaching around 70 kg by graduat...

Dr. Zhuang Yizhen Reply:
Hello Sunny, I noticed from your email that you have put a lot of effort into weight loss, and your current weight is still within the ideal range (your ideal weight is 61 kg ± 10%). There's no need to worry excessively! From your weight loss history, it appears that you pr...

One-Week Vegetarian Meal Plan for Effective Weight Loss

How to lose weight on a vegetarian diet? I weigh 120 kg and follow a vegetarian diet that includes eggs and dairy. I'm unsure how to lose weight. Could you provide a one-week meal plan to give me some ideas? Thank you.

Dr. Zhuang Yizhen Reply:
Hello Lingling, I would like to know the reason behind your vegetarian diet. Is it for religious beliefs, weight loss, or something else? It's important to note that eating vegetarian does not necessarily lead to weight loss. If you often eat out, many vegetarian restaurant...

Do Garcinia and Chitosan Really Aid in Weight Loss?

Garcinia + Chitosan! Many diet products on the market claim that Garcinia can aid in weight loss. Is this true? Chitosan is said to absorb fat; does it really work? Can these actually help with weight loss?

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello Mifmiffy, I would like to apologize for the delay in my response. I hope you can forgive me. Regarding the Garcinia you mentioned, I wonder if you are referring to the fruit Garcinia cambogia. If so, it contains a component called hydroxycitric acid, and its weight loss eff...

Understanding Low Insulin Foods: Benefits for Weight Loss

Low Insulin Diet What are low insulin foods, and are they effective for weight loss?

Dr. Huang Shuli Reply:
Hello! The original concept of a low insulin diet comes from the term "low glycemic index diet," which refers to a dietary approach aimed at controlling blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. This diet is based on the carbohydrate content of foods, promoting t...

Effective Meal Plans to Lose Over 10 Kilograms in 2 Months

Recipes for Losing Over 10 Kilograms Excuse me, nutritionist, do you have a weight loss meal plan? I hope to lose about 10 kilograms in two months.

Dr. Liu Yulai Reply:
Hello Hsuan: Regarding your goal of losing 10 kilograms in 2 months, it is generally not recommended to lose weight that quickly. The Department of Health suggests a principle of losing 0.5 kg per week, which translates to a preferable weight loss of no more than 3 kg per month. ...

Low-Carb Diet: What to Eat Instead of Starches for Weight Loss?

Online consultation? Hello Dr. Chiao-Yun: I would like to ask you a question: If I don't eat starch, what can I eat? For breakfast, I have two slices of toast with eggs, ham, and cheese; for lunch, I eat vegetables without rice. What can I have for dinner? (I don't want...

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Hello, Apple. First, I want to clarify a small concept: starch includes all products made from rice and flour, as well as foods like sweet potatoes, taro, corn, potatoes, lotus seeds, pumpkin, water chestnuts, edamame, and fava beans, among others. Therefore, the two slices of to...

Why Am I Not Losing Weight? Understanding Nutrition and Dieting

Weight loss Hello Dr. Ke: I am 171 cm tall and weigh 69 kg. Although I am not considered very overweight, I have gained 10 kg compared to my previous weight. I have also been controlling my diet; for breakfast, I eat an apple sandwich, a salmon sandwich, and drink mineral water. ...

Dr. Ke Qiuliang Reply:
Hello Hanwen: Based on your height and weight, your standard weight range is approximately 57.6-70.4 kilograms. How long ago was the "previous" reference mentioned? Additionally, how long have you been following this diet? What is the daily intake of vegetables, fish, a...

Understanding Weight Loss Supplements: Do They Really Work?

Regarding weight loss supplements? I remember watching a program on Huashi TV that introduced a weight loss program at a large hospital, which used a weight loss supplement called "Lepo Mei." It seems to be a post-meal remedy that can reduce calorie intake after overeat...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Hello: Regarding your question about "Lepome," based on my research, it is a meal replacement that can block the absorption of fats and carbohydrates in the intestines. Due to my limited understanding of this product, I cannot provide further answers to your questions. ...

Effective Weight Loss Supplements: What to Consider for Your Diet

Weight loss supplements If you are looking to lose weight and considering dietary supplements, what options are available? Besides products like CoolSculpting and Orlistat, I tend to consume a higher amount of carbohydrates.

Dr. Liu Qiaoyun Reply:
Hello, there are many weight loss supplements available, among which high-fiber foods are commonly used. Meal replacements that are high in fiber and consumed with water can create a feeling of fullness, similar to traditional vegetable soups or salads (without dressing). There a...

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